Northern Cardinal Rehabilitation And Nursing has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 31/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Virginia. Families considering this Suffolk facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
With 3.38 total nurse hours per resident per day, Northern Cardinal Rehabilitation And Nursing falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.
Recent CMS inspections identified 45 deficiencies at Northern Cardinal Rehabilitation And Nursing, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.38 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.61 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.89 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.88 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.92 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.35 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0842 Severity DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standarJan 7, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0578 Severity EHonor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, andApr 13, 2023 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0623 Severity EProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including aApr 13, 2023 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0658 Severity EEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Apr 13, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Apr 13, 2023 · Infection Control Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 5.6% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 4.0% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 3.4% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.2% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 36.5% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 2.8% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 21.9% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 31 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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